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A RENAISSANCE STYLE GILT METAL AND VERRE EGLOMISÉ FIGURAL MUSIC STAND France, circa 1900
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- metal, glass gilded
- height 46 in.; width 14 in.
- 117 cm; 35.5. cm
cast as a boy in Renaissance garb holding an open book decorated to the front with a verre eglomisé panel depicting musicians, and a music trophy to the back
Condition
Extensive loss to the verre eglomisé and extensive loss and wear to electroplated gilt metal. There is a visible hole of approx. 1/4" in diameter to the top of the figure's head. Green oxidation points in places. A break to the front bottom lefthand side of the faux book. Lower corners of one face of the book holder with old cracks and slightly loose.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.